Balos Lagoon, Crete
Kissamos, Crete, Greece

Discover the Turquoise Magic of Western Crete

Daily cruises to the legendary Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island โ€” where crystal-clear waters meet ancient Venetian fortresses and flamingo-dotted shores.

2,500+
Happy Guests
10+
Years Sailing
4.9โ˜…
Average Rating
Safe & Licensed

Fully licensed with safety equipment for all passengers

Small Groups

Intimate tours with limited group sizes

Snorkeling Gear

Complimentary snorkeling equipment included

Top Rated

4.9/5 on TripAdvisor with hundreds of reviews

Our Experiences

Choose Your Adventure

From the famous pink-sand beaches of Balos to the wild Venetian fortress of Gramvousa โ€” we sail to the best of Western Crete.

Balos Lagoon Express
Balos Lagoon

Balos Lagoon Express

Sail from Kissamos Port to the legendary Balos Lagoon โ€” one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Europe. Swim in turq...

7h tour Kissamos Port Departs 09:30
โ‚ฌ35 / adult
โ‚ฌ20 / child
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Gramvousa Pirate Castle
Gramvousa Island

Gramvousa Pirate Castle

Explore the wild and dramatic Gramvousa Island with its imposing Venetian fortress. Hike to the castle for breathtaking...

7h tour Kissamos Port Departs 10:00
โ‚ฌ35 / adult
โ‚ฌ20 / child
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Balos & Gramvousa Full Day
Balos & Gramvousa

Balos & Gramvousa Full Day

The ultimate Western Crete experience โ€” visit BOTH Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island in one magical full-day cruise. A d...

9h tour Kissamos Port Departs 09:00
โ‚ฌ55 / adult
โ‚ฌ30 / child
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Balos Lagoon
Gramvousa
Our Story

Born on the Waters of Western Crete

For over a decade, Blue Eyes Cruises has been guiding visitors through the pristine turquoise waters of the Kissamos Gulf to two of Crete's greatest natural treasures โ€” Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island.

Our experienced crew knows every wave, every current, and every secret cove. We don't just run boat trips โ€” we craft unforgettable Mediterranean memories.

Licensed Vessels
Coast guard certified
Multilingual Crew
EN, GR, DE, FR
May โ€“ October
Daily departures
Family Friendly
All ages welcome
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Guest Reviews

What Our Guests Say

"Absolutely breathtaking! Balos Lagoon was everything we dreamed of and more. The crew was amazing, so knowledgeable and friendly. The water was unbelievably clear and warm. Will definitely book again next summer!"

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Sarah Thompson
United Kingdom ยท Balos Lagoon Express

"Eine fantastische Tour! Die Crew sprach auch Deutsch, was wir sehr geschรคtzt haben. Gramvousa ist ein magischer Ort โ€” die Festung bietet einen atemberaubenden Blick. Absolut zu empfehlen!"

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Hans Mueller
Germany ยท Gramvousa Pirate Castle

"La journรฉe complรจte Balos & Gramvousa รฉtait รฉpoustouflante. Nous avons nagรฉ dans des eaux turquoise cristallines et explorรฉ le chรขteau vรฉnitien. L'รฉquipage รฉtait professionnel et accueillant. Je recommande vivement!"

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Marie Dupont
France ยท Balos & Gramvousa Full Day

"Best day of our 2-week Greece trip! Balos is truly out of this world โ€” the pink sand, the turquoise water, the flamingos. Our guide was hilarious and informative. The boat was comfortable and well maintained. 10/10!"

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Emma & James Wilson
Australia ยท Balos Lagoon Express
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